Intensive Support Worker

Be part of something life-changing Have you got the resilience, compassion and commitment to support young women to rebuild their lives? Quarriers What If Female Service is looking for a dedicated Intensive Support Worker to join our team in Glasgow.

This is more than a job - its an opportunity to walk alongside young women as they move forward from trauma and homelessness, building confidence, independence and a sense of belonging. About the role The What If Female Service supports young women aged 1825 who have experienced homelessness, trauma and adversity.

Many of the women we support have faced complex challenges, including abuse, neglect, mental health difficulties and disrupted life experiences. As an Intensive Support Worker (Female only) , you will provide consistent, relationship-based support, helping each young woman to feel safe, understood and empowered.

You will

Build trusting, meaningful relationships through a calm, trauma-informed approach Provide practical support with daily living maintaining a tenancy, budgeting, cooking and household skills Offer emotional support, helping young women manage wellbeing and develop resilience Support engagement with health, social work, justice and community services Promote independence, confidence and positive life choices This is a role where consistency, reliability and genuine care make a lasting difference.

Working Pattern This is a full-time, permanent post working 39 hours per week. Youll work flexibly as part of a rota across 5 over 7 days. Our rota is structured around an 8-week rolling pattern, meaning youll know your shifts well in advance and can plan ahead.

Youll work a balanced mix of day and late shifts, with 4 out of 8 weekends off. Shift times typically vary between 8am4pm or 9am5pm (day shifts) and 1.30pm10pm or 1pm9pm (late shifts), with the service staffed between 8am -10pm.

About you Were looking for someone who is: Calm, patient and able to build trust with people who may find relationships difficult Emotionally resilient, with the ability to work in a dynamic and sometimes challenging environment A strong team player who can also work independently in the community Passionate about supporting young women to achieve their goals A recognised sector qualification is essential to be considered You will ideally bring: Skills and proven experience supporting people with complex needs and/or homelessness An understanding of trauma-informed practice Confidence working 1:1 in a co...

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